6 Cringey Things To Avoid When Planning Your Next Disney Trip

Planning out your Disney World vacation can be SO complicated!

Between booking your hotel, getting those event tickets, and trying to navigate Genie+, it’s all enough to make your head spin! And that’s what travel agents are for! They’re there to help you plan your next Disney World vacation and take care of all those parts of the process that you might find to be a bit cringey. Let’s talk about it!

Let’s start by saying that there is no shame in acknowledging that you might need a little help in planning your Disney vacation.

If you’re looking for a travel agent to help with your vacation, we recommend our friends at Mouse Fan Travel. They’re experts in the field with over 20 years of vacation planning experience, and they can help take a bunch of the stress out of the entire booking process for you!

What better help is there than FREE help and advice? When you work with a travel agent that specializes in Disney World vacations, you’re learning from a trained expert. It’s their job to know the ins and outs of Disney World and all the tips and tricks along the way to help give you the best vacation you can possibly have. When you work with a travel agent, they’re paid a commission from Disney so you’re not paying for extra help on your vacation. When you book these vacations on your own, you’re paying for a service you’re not using — so here’s a little bit about what they can do for you, for FREE!

Price Comparisons

Comparing the various prices for tickets, hotels, and the seemingly endless varieties of packages can quickly turn into a time-consuming maze. Not to fear. This is where your travel agent can come to the rescue.

It’s literally their job to stay current with all the latest deals and promotions. Trust us. They’ll save you the headache. Disney pricing can be a puzzle, but let your agent be your secret weapon.

Dining Reservations

While there are a few things that travel agents can’t do for you, like book your park pass reservations, and choose your specific room at your hotel, they CAN book advanced dining reservations for you!

And this comes in clutch especially when you’ve come with a big group at Disney World, and everyone has different tastes and dietary needs. Picking the right places to eat feels like solving a riddle. This is where your travel agent swoops in and saves the day by helping you secure dining reservations that cater to your group’s size and preferences. They’re like Disney food experts with your best interests at heart.

Pro tip: Start planning with your agent more than 60 days out if you have time so they can learn what types of food you like if you want to dine in the parks, see characters, and stay current on any food allergies or dietary restrictions. Don’t pass up an opportunity for an amazing meal at Disney World that you’ll be talking about for visits to come because you didn’t talk over options with your agent.

Complex Planning

Have you ever heard the phrase, “It’s like herding cats”? (Meaning, it’s already difficult to get one cat to do what you want, now imagine trying to organize several cats.) That’s what it can feel like when traveling with a big group since everyone has their Disney desires. Let’s just say that it can be a “FUN” challenge trying to orchestrate things, but it can quickly get overwhelming. Cue your travel agent.

First, they’ll get the lowdown on everyone’s desires like their favorite characters or must-do rides. Then they’ll take that info and create a personalized itinerary that’ll make the whole group happy.

Last-minute changes

Just like life can be unpredictable, Disney trips can have their “unexpected” twists. Maybe the rain decides to join the party or you need to make a change to the schedule. Either way, don’t stress. Your travel agent’s got your back.

They’re your go-to for those quick adjustments. If bad weather strikes, they’ll find indoor attractions to keep you dry. They can help reschedule dining reservations and provide guidance if any issues pop up during your trip.

Basically, your travel agent is your Disney “lifeline” when things don’t go as planned. They’ve got the knowledge to ensure your vacation stays as smooth as possible.

How to Avoid Crowds

Nobody likes waiting in lines at Disney. Trust us, no one! Guess what? Your travel agent knows how to dodge those crowds.

They’ll share when to hit popular rides with the shortest waits. When you need a bite to eat, They know the best times to avoid the rush and can help to snag the best reservations. Plus, they’ll let you know which days to visit each park to keep away from the masses. It all means less waiting and more Disney magic.

Booking your Bounce-back Hotel Reservation

The beloved bounce-back offers have been returning quietly to Disney World and your travel agent WANTS you to take advantage of these while you can!

Bounce Back offers exist as a way to give an incredible discount, offer, or savings to those who are already experiencing a Disney World vacation, but you MUST book these BEFORE leaving your current Disney World trip. If you’re not totally sure about these, ask your front desk and your agent about the current offers.

The hotel will help you book the offer and will work with your agent to see that the new booking gets placed with the agency so they can continue to help you on your next travel. A similar program exists for Disney Cruise Lines, so be sure to ask your travel agent about placeholders before you sail, too!

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Do you use a travel agent when you plan your Disney vacations? Tell us why or why not in the comments below.

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